Saskatchewan introduces climate change legislation as feud with Ottawa continues
REGINA — The Saskatchewan government has introduced its own climate change law as its feud with Ottawa over a carbon tax continues to play out in the courts.
The bill, which amends current climate legislation, lays the groundwork for standards to reduce industrial greenhouse gas emissions.
Under the proposed legislation, large emitters would be required to register with the province and could receive credits for reaching targets.
Environment Minister Dustin Duncan said Tuesday the law would be an effective way to fight climate change without a carbon tax.